Insurance Agent - Columbia, IL

Insurance Agent OpportunityWe're looking for ambitious, entrepreneurial professionals who want to own their business and help clients prepare for life's planned and unexpected moments with the right insurance products.COUNTRY Financial® Insurance Agents have the opportunity and the autonomy to build a rewarding, financially stable career while enriching lives in the communities we serve.The CareerOur insurance agents take a consultative approach to grow business with existing and prospective clients. As independent contractors, they are in business for themselves but not by themselves, and they:Diversify their income through our portfolio of property and casualty, life and health lines.Have the flexibility to manage their schedules to balance their careers and personal interests.Educate clients and prospects about our products and services.Collaborate with COUNTRY Trust Bank® Financial Advisors to inform clients of our financial products and services.Establish an office and build a staff.We OfferOpportunities to earn performance-based global trips and financial rewards.Access to continued learning and marketing resources.Affiliation with our 100-year-old brand heritage and family-focused culture that values authenticity and integrity.There is no buy-in required.QualificationsEntrepreneurial, motivated, and goal driven.A strong communicator with excellent business acumen.Committed to linking your efforts with tangible rewards.Passionate about making positive impacts in their communities.Required Licenses*Property/Casualty State Insurance License*Life/Health State Insurance License*Preferred ExperienceBachelor's Degree2+ years of experience in the insurance and or financial services industry5+ years of business ownership or managerial experienceAbout UsCOUNTRY Financial® is the trade name for a collective of affiliated insurance and financial services companies. This means we have an extended family of support and a large backing.Since 1925, COUNTRY Financial has been dedicated to helping others plan for their future while also protecting what matters most to them. What started long ago as a simple commitment on Midwest farmlands has expanded to become a FORTUNE 1000 insurance and financial services organization proudly serving 19 states.Our insurance agents, financial advisors, and employees remain dedicated to serving nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as and financial services products. And our consistent AM Best A+ rating means we have the financial strength to keep the promises we make to our clients.COUNTRY Financial® is the marketing name for the COUNTRY Financial family of affiliated companies (collectively, COUNTRY), which include COUNTRY Life Insurance Company®, COUNTRY Mutual Insurance Company®, and their respective subsidiaries, located in Bloomington, Illinois.Investment management, retirement, trust, and planning services provided by COUNTRY Trust Bank®. The investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of an investment company should be carefully considered before investing.